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Close-up of Marazzi Lume tiles in a square format, showcasing their Lux surface finish in a modern bathroom setting.
Artisans & Craft

Marazzi Lume Tiles: New Square Format & Design Insights

Marazzi’s Lume tile collection, celebrated for its distinctive Lux surface finish and original 6x24 cm format, now boasts a new square format.

Ikaika Kalua·May 21
Modern data center campus in Arizona featuring a Corten steel facade, designed as a civic contribution and integrated into the desert landscape.
Artisans & Craft

Gensler Corten Data Centre Embraces Civic Contribution

Gensler has unveiled plans for its Thistle Data Center Campus in Arizona, featuring a weathering steel facade designed to be a 'meaningful civic contribution' rather than a typical industrial eyesore,

Ikaika Kalua·May 21
A vintage computer screen displaying a 3D architectural model, with floppy disks nearby, representing Zaha Hadid's early digital designs.
Hearth & Home

Zaha Hadid's groundbreaking first digital designs are now revealed

Decades-old 3D computer models of Zaha Hadid's earliest digital designs, stored on floppy disks, have just been released, offering the first public glimpse into the genesis of her iconic parametric fo

Ikaika Kalua·May 20
Two large, monumental sculptures crafted from reassembled Korean celadon ceramic shards, standing in a historic cemetery landscape.
Artisans & Craft

Jean Shin reimagines Korean diaspora with celadon shards in new sculpture

Nearly two tons of discarded Korean ceramic shards, once destined for landfills, have been meticulously reassembled into two monumental vessels now standing at Green-Wood.

Ikaika Kalua·May 20
Can You Finance a New Roof? Mighty Dog Roofing of Rhode Island's Guide to Affordable Replacement
Hearth & Home

Can You Finance a New Roof? Mighty Dog Roofing of Rhode Island's Guide to Affordable Replacement

A failing roof is a dreaded homeowner problem, but financing solutions make urgent replacements manageable. Companies like Mighty Dog Roofing of Rhode Island offer options to bridge the gap between need and financial reality, transforming an overwhelming burden into a strategic plan.

Sponsored by Mighty Dog Roofing·Sep 25
Award-winning garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show designed by Sarah Eberle, showcasing lush greenery and vibrant flowers under golden hour light.
Artisans & Craft

Sarah Eberle wins RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year

At 71, Sarah Eberle was 'thrilled to bits' after her garden not only won a Gold medal but was also crowned the RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year, adding to her record-breaking collection of accolades, ac

Ikaika Kalua·May 20
Diverse group of people of different ages practicing low-impact exercises like yoga and tai chi in a sunny park, promoting health and longevity.
Mind & Body

Top 5 Low-Impact Exercises for Strength and Longevity in 2026

While many chase high-intensity workouts, a growing body of research reveals that consistent engagement in just five specific low-impact exercises can add years of pain-free mobility to your life.

Jing Mei Lin·May 18
Interior view of Browns of Leith, a vibrant food hall in a renovated historic Edinburgh factory, showcasing a lively atmosphere with food stalls and patrons.
Culinary Trends

Gras renovates century-old Edinburgh factory into vibrant food hall

An over-century-old factory in Edinburgh, a symbol of industrial might, now buzzes as Browns of Leith, a vibrant food hall.

Mateo Reyes·May 18
Zaha Hadid's Nordpark Cable Railway stations in Innsbruck, featuring fluid, ice-inspired double-curved glass structures illuminated at dusk.
Artisans & Craft

Zaha Hadid's Nordpark stations: Parametric forms inspired by ice

In 2007, the Nordpark Cable Railway stations in Innsbruck became the world's largest structures to use double-curved glass, a feat enabled by automotive-grade manufacturing techniques.

Ikaika Kalua·May 18
Flexible Diamond Bracelets Bring a Softer Line to Ritani Wristwear
Style & Adornment

Flexible Diamond Bracelets Bring a Softer Line to Ritani Wristwear

Ritani introduces a new line of flexible diamond bracelets, offering a softer, bendable alternative to traditional rigid bangles and cuffs. These innovative designs feature natural diamonds and gemstones, available in single or double-row styles, as well as colorful ruby and sapphire options.

Sponsored by Ritani·Sep 25
Bisley's new Emerald green steel office storage cabinets displayed in a modern, well-lit office setting, showcasing their luxurious jewel tone.
Style & Adornment

Bisley Launches New Emerald Color Collection

Bisley, long synonymous with robust steel office storage, introduced a new Emerald green color for its products in 2026.

Jing Mei Lin·May 18
Interior of a Fukuoka apartment featuring Kuma&Elsa's translucent huts with sliding screens, creating a soft, diffused light effect.
Hearth & Home

Kuma&Elsa unveil translucent huts in Fukuoka apartments

In Japan's Fukuoka prefecture, architects Kuma&Elsa have reimagined apartment living, inserting central 'huts' with translucent, sliding plastic screens that redefine interior boundaries.

Mateo Reyes·May 18
A traveler peacefully enjoying a quiet moment in a scenic village by a lake, representing the core values of slow and sustainable tourism.
Travel & Place

Slow Tourism Trends Shape Sustainable Travel Destinations

In 2025, over 18 million Americans identified as digital nomads.

Chloe Dubois·May 14
Close-up of a Brazilian artisan's hands carefully crafting a replica World Cup trophy in a workshop, showcasing detailed work.
Artisans & Craft

Brazilian artisan crafts replica World Cup trophies, selling over 3000

In a small Rio de Janeiro workshop, artisan Jarbas Meneghini has personally handcrafted over 3,000 plaster replicas of the World Cup trophy.

Aisha Bakri·May 12
Gensolar and Home Battery Storage: Building a More Resilient Alaska Energy System
Hearth & Home

Gensolar and Home Battery Storage: Building a More Resilient Alaska Energy System

Home battery storage offers Alaskan homeowners flexibility for renewable energy, outage protection, and greater control over household power, distinct from traditional generators. Gensolar provides various battery solutions like Tesla Powerwall and Generac PWRcell, integrating them into a larger energy strategy alongside residential solar.

Sponsored by GENSOLAR·Sep 24
A modern storyteller captivating an audience by a campfire, with ancient folktale characters and symbols magically appearing in the flames.
Letters & Lore

What is the influence of ancient folktales on modern storytelling?

The story of 'Little Red Riding Hood' has been retold, reinterpreted, and reconfigured more than any other narrative in modern history.

Jing Mei Lin·Sep 8
An elderly storyteller with expressive hands shares a tale with a group of attentive children, highlighting the intergenerational transfer of cultural knowledge.
Letters & Lore

Oral storytelling's decline threatens cultural identities

In societies where traditional tales consistently portray men as dominant and women as submissive, women are frequently relegated to subordinate positions within their communities, according to PMC re

Jing Mei Lin·Aug 23
Diverse artisans working diligently in their workshops, showcasing traditional crafts and a blend of resilience and growing global appreciation.
Artisans & Craft

Artisan communities adapt to challenges as global recognition grows

In Britain, the art of making scuttle baskets has not been practiced since about the 1950s, a quiet disappearance that echoes across many traditional crafts.

Ikaika Kalua·Jul 31
A meticulously prepared Vietnamese dish showcasing rare heirloom vegetables and herbs, presented in a Michelin-starred restaurant setting.
Culinary Trends

Regional Heirloom Foods: An Unexpected Culinary Comeback

At CoCo Dining, a 1-star Michelin Vietnamese restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, the new 'Luu Tich – The Living Archive' menu isn't just serving food; it's actively researching and collaborating with loca

Mateo Reyes·Jul 20
Dental Anxiety: The Fix Dr. Paul L. Gregory, DDS Brings to NYC Families
Mind & Body

Dental Anxiety: The Fix Dr. Paul L. Gregory, DDS Brings to NYC Families

For countless New York City families, the thought of a dental visit can trigger significant stress and anxiety. This common fear can prevent both adults and children from getting the essential care they need for a lifeti…

Sponsored by Paul L. Gregory, DDS·Sep 24
Ancient Egyptian brewery scene with a modern brewer observing a fermentation vessel, symbolizing the connection between historical and contemporary fermentation practices.
Culinary Trends

What Is Fermentation and Why Does Its History Matter?

In 2018, a fascinating project set out to rebrew an Egyptian beer from the time of the Pharaohs.

Mateo Reyes·Jul 16
Elegant, jewel-encrusted earbuds displayed on a dark velvet surface, symbolizing the convergence of luxury fashion and advanced technology.
Style & Adornment

Jewelry Earbuds Signal Integrated Tech's Stylish New Era

Huawei's latest FreeClip 2 S Signature Edition earbuds aren't just for listening; they're a collaboration with jewelry brand Les, signaling a future where tech is indistinguishable from high fashion.

Chloe Dubois·Jul 15
A lively Mumbai street food stall showcasing authentic Sichuanese dishes, with a diverse crowd of diners experiencing the evolving tastes of Indian palates.
Culinary Trends

Indian Diners Embrace Regional Asian Cuisines, Palates Evolve by 2026

In Mumbai's bustling Bandra neighborhood, a small eatery, its air thick with the vibrant aromas of chili and peppercorns, specializes solely in Sichuanese street food.

Mateo Reyes·Jul 14
A family in a modern kitchen analyzing their healthy groceries, with subtle hints of medical innovations influencing their food choices and wellness.
Culinary Trends

Medical Innovations Impact Food Spending & Wellness Trends

Within six months of starting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, households cut grocery spending by an average of 5.

Mateo Reyes·Jul 10